Georgia CommonsHR 1101: Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q; 100th anniversary; recognize
Last action January 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution congratulates Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q in Coweta County on its 100th anniversary and directs a copy of the honor be sent to the restaurant.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q, a restaurant in Coweta County, for reaching its 100th year in business. It recounts the restaurant's history, founded in 1926 by Hudson Sprayberry, its long run at the same location, its role serving military convoys during World War II, and visits from notable figures over the decades. The resolution formally congratulates and commends the restaurant on behalf of the House and wishes it continued success. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement by the legislature.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives for reaching its 100th anniversary.
- Commends the restaurant for its contributions to the citizens of Georgia and extends wishes for continued success.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the restaurant.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q, a restaurant in Coweta County, Georgia, and its current owner Jay Rogers. It has no regulatory or legal effect on other businesses, residents, or government agencies.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences and changes no law. Its significance is symbolic, offering official state recognition of a century-old local business and its role as a community landmark in Coweta County.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount the restaurant's founding in 1926 by Hudson Sprayberry and its continuous operation at the same location for 100 years.
- The whereas clauses note the restaurant's history serving military convoys during World War II and hosting notable visitors.
- The resolving clause formally congratulates and commends Sprayberry's Bar-B-Q and wishes it continued growth and success.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the restaurant.
From the bill
“the members of this body congratulate Sprayberry’s Bar-B-Q on100 years of dedicated service”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lynn Smith (R, HD-070)
- David Jenkins (R, HD-136)
- Josh Bonner (R, HD-073)
- Robert Dawson (D, HD-065)
- Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)
Topics
- local business recognition
- Coweta County
- restaurant history
- legislative commendation